Charissa Thompson

Host • Sportscaster

Birth Date: May 4, 1982

Age: 43 years old

Birth Place: Seattle, Washington

Charissa Jean Thompson is an American television host and sportscaster. She began her broadcasting career with roles at Fox Sports Net and Big Ten Network, covering college football and basketball. She later joined ESPN, co-hosting shows like "Numbers Never Lie" and "SportsNation." In 2013, she returned to Fox Sports to help launch FS1, becoming a prominent figure on "Fox Sports Live" and "Fox NFL Kickoff."

Beyond sports, Thompson co-hosted the entertainment news show "Extra" from 2014 to 2017. She also co-hosts the podcast "Calm Down with Erin and Charissa," offering candid conversations on various topics.

As of 2025, Thompson continues her role as the pregame host for Amazon Prime Video's "Thursday Night Football." While her contract with Fox Sports expired after the 2024 NFL season, she has addressed rumors about her departure, clarifying that she was not fired and remains committed to the network.

Thompson was married to sports agent Kyle Thousand from 2020 until their divorce in 2022.